Zo Healthy Blog
Being healthy does not mean you have to be anti-social. There’s no need to avoid parties when you are establishing your healthy habits. Just prepare yourself with strategies like these ones: Don’t go out on an empty stomach. Pre-eat a healthy meal before arriving and stick to the healthier food options at the event. Drink…
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“Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.” Oprah Winfrey I find this quote to be true with everything, including my health. No, not everyone in my network and tribe follows the same food and fitness routines I do, but I do avoid those who try to derail my wellness routine.…
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LOSE WEIGHT WITH MEDITATION?You might think I’m nuts, but the answer is YES!How can this be, you might be wondering?? Allow me to share my own experience…My meditation teacher Michele has taught me to slow down, quiet my mind and to go inward in order to feel grounded and more in control of my thoughts.…
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Happy Sunday! I happen to love Sunday breakfast, and sometimes I’m just in the mood for something other than eggs. Here’s a quick and easy breakfast or afternoon snack you can make ahead and enjoy all week long.Feel free to swap out the chia seed for basil seeds…they have even more fiber, potassium, iron and…
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I’m totally obsessed with nutrition, wellness and self help books, so when @drjashton sent me a copy of her latest book, I was elated!! Seriously you guys, this is a must read!Dr. Jennifer Ashton, ABC’s Chief Medical Correspondent, rings in the New Year with a resolution that’s actually doable: a year long plan to improve your emotional…
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VEGGIES ARE MY JAM! Years ago, I never ate anything green, but as I found my happy place with food, veggies became my best friend! They fill me up, and they really do make my body feel alive, clean and energetic. I know that may sound odd to some of you, but if you’re anything…
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Hanukkah is just one week away, so let’s talk potato pancakes!! Although I enjoy the traditional white potato one’s, I’m more a fan of sweet potatoes. With the help of my friend @craigs.kitchen, I have a yummy recipe that I’m happy to share with you! These are not deep fried, so I’d say it’s a much…
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Diet Saboteurs! You know these people….they are the one’s that say, “just have a piece”, “you don’t need to lose weight” or “c’mon everyone is eating it, one bite won’t hurt”. Dealing with diet saboteurs can be tricky, especially when these comments are coming from food pushing family and friends and it happens to be…
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It’s time to get organized around meal prep. As busy mom’s, we all know that preparation is essential in everything. I’d have to say, one of the most important components of being successful in terms of weight loss or keeping a clean diet is PREPARATION and PLANNING. The more prepared you are, the less “decision…
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Soups are the calling card of the fall and winter months each year. When you want to use your stove to create something warm and comforting, but not so heavy that you feel exhausted and bloated after eating, they are an obvious choice. I LOVE SOUP, and I am in awe of how many great…
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